Plastic Beakers

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Plastic beakers are shatterproof cylindrical laboratory vessels manufactured from polypropylene (PP) or polymethylpentene (PMP), designed for safe and lightweight liquid handling in environments where glass breakage is a concern. Polypropylene (PP) is the most commonly used material due to its strong chemical resistance to dilute acids, bases, alcohols, and most aqueous reagents, along with autoclavability at 121&deg;C and permanently molded graduations that do not fade with use. Polymethylpentene (PMP) offers higher optical clarity and better heat tolerance, making it suitable for applications requiring visual monitoring of solutions. Choose PP plastic beakers for routine buffer preparation, aqueous reagents, teaching labs, and field use; choose glass beakers when working with organic solvents, high temperatures above ~135&deg;C, or when maximum optical clarity is required.
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Options from 5mL for micro-work to 10,000mL for bulk prep.
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High-clarity polypropylene built for heavy reagent use.
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Options for Tri-corner beaker are also available.
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Molded-in graduations that never fade or rub off.
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Engineered for drip-free pouring and zero-waste transfers.
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Stock up with Case Packs or grab a single unit.
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<h2 data-section-id="149sszu" data-start="1054" data-end="1086">How to Choose Plastic Beakers</h2>
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Material: Polypropylene vs. Polymethylpentene
Polypropylene (PP) beakers are the standard choice in most laboratories because they are autoclavable at 121&deg;C, cost-effective, and resistant to a wide range of aqueous reagents including dilute acids and bases. They are typically translucent and designed for general-purpose laboratory workflows. Polymethylpentene (PMP) beakers, on the other hand, offer near-glass optical clarity (approximately 90% light transmission) and can tolerate higher temperatures up to around 175&deg;C, making them suitable for applications where visibility of the solution is important during mixing or heating.
Graduation Type: Molded-In
Plastic beakers at MBP feature molded-in graduations that are permanently embossed into the wall of the vessel. These markings remain legible even after repeated autoclaving, chemical exposure, and washing cycles, making them more durable than printed alternatives and ideal for long-term reuse.
Volume Range
MBP supplies plastic beakers in sizes ranging from 5 mL to 10,000 mL. Small-volume beakers (5&ndash;50 mL) are used for micro-scale reagent preparation, while mid-range sizes (250 mL&ndash;1,000 mL) are standard for routine buffer preparation. Large-capacity beakers (2,000&ndash;10,000 mL) are used for bulk reagent mixing, media preparation, and large-scale laboratory workflows.
Tri-Corner Beaker Option
Tri-corner (tri-pour) beakers are a specialized plastic format designed with three pour spouts for controlled dispensing and reduced dripping. These are commonly used in reagent distribution stations, waste handling, and workflows requiring frequent liquid transfer. They are typically made from polypropylene and complement standard round-form beakers.
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<h2 data-section-id="1jl751w" data-start="3281" data-end="3306">Specifications Context</h2>
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Polypropylene (PP) has a density of approximately 0.91 g/cm&sup3; and is chemically resistant to dilute acids (HCl, H₂SO₄), bases (NaOH, KOH), alcohols, and most aqueous buffers. However, it is not compatible with concentrated oxidizing acids (such as concentrated nitric or sulfuric acid) or halogenated organic solvents (such as chloroform, methylene chloride, or xylene). Molded graduations typically maintain an accuracy of &plusmn;5% of total capacity. PMP provides higher transparency and improved heat resistance compared to PP but is generally more expensive.
MBP stocks plastic beakers in a full range of sizes from 5 mL to 10,000 mL, including standard round-form and tri-corner designs for institutional laboratory use.
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Diamond® Essentials™ PMP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle Specifications

Diamond® Essentials™ PMP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle

Diamond Essentials PMP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle by Globe Scientific is a 100 mL PMP Griffin style beaker with handle, near-UV-transparent, autoclavable at 121°C, and USP Class VI certified. Dimensions 63×53×73 mm, dual-scale graduations 20–100 mL, non-drip spout. The handle enables safe hot-liquid pouring directly after sterilisation. Supplied 12/case. Available in six volumes: 100mL (3656-100), 250mL (3656-250), 600mL (3656-600), 1000mL (3656-1M), 2000mL (3656-2M), 5000mL (3656-5M).

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Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 100mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 250mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 600mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 1000mL, 1/Bag, CS/6

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 2000mL, 1/Bag, CS/4

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PMP, 5000mL, 1/Bag, CS/2

Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle Specifications

Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle

The Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Beakers with Handle by Globe Scientific are low-form USP Class VI PP beakers with integrated moulded handle and printed graduations. Six volumes: 3654-100 (100 mL, CS/12), 3654-250 (250 mL, CS/12), 3654-600 (600 mL, CS/12), 3654-1M (1 L, CS/6), 3654-2M (2 L, CS/4), 3654-5M (5 L, CS/2). Individually bagged.

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 100mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 250mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 600mL, 1/Bag, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 1000mL, 1/Bag, CS/6

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 2000mL, 1/Bag, CS/4

Beaker with Handle, Diamond Essentials, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 5000mL, 1/Bag, CS/2

Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Low Form Beakers Specifications

Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Low Form Beakers

The Diamond® Essentials™ PP Griffin Style Low Form Beakers by Globe Scientific are USP Class VI virgin PP unhandled Griffin-style beakers with printed graduations. Eight volumes: 3650-50 (50 mL, CS/48) through 3650-10M (10,000 mL, CS/2). For the same series with integrated handle, see the 3654 series.

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 10,000mL, 1/Bag, CS/2

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 50mL, 12/Bag, CS/48

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 100mL, 12/Bag, CS/48

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 250mL, 6/Bag, CS/36

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 600mL, 4/Bag, CS/24

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 1000mL, 3/Bag, CS/12

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 2000mL, 1/Bag, CS/6

Beaker, Diamond Essentials, Griffin Style, Low Form, Printed Graduations, PP, 5000mL, 1/Bag, CS/4

Four Pour Spout Beakers

The Four Pour Spout Beakers by Globe Scientific are disposable optically clear PS beakers with four 90°-spaced pour spouts for flexible pouring in any orientation. Six volumes: 3601 (5 mL, CS/1,000), 3602 (10 mL, CS/1,000), 3603 (20 mL, CS/500), 3604 (50 mL, CS/500), 3605 (150 mL, CS/100), 3607 (250 mL, CS/100). Single-use.

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 5mL, CS/1000

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 10mL, CS/1000

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 20mL, CS/500

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 50mL, CS/500

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 150mL, CS/100

Beaker, Disposable, PS, 250mL, CS/100

Laboratory Essentials

Pitchers with Molded Graduations

Pitchers with Molded Graduations by Globe Scientific have permanent molded graduations, molded-in handle with ergonomic thumb grip, no-drip pour spout. Autoclavable 121°C/20 min. Available in 500mL, 1000mL, 2000mL, 3000mL, and 5000mL, case or single unit.

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 500mL, CS/60

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 500mL, EA

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 1000mL, CS/48

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 1000mL, EA

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 2000mL, CS/36

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 2000mL, EA

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 3000mL, CS/27

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 3000mL, EA

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 5000mL, CS/12

Beaker with Handle, PP, Molded Graduations, 5000mL, EA

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Tri-Corner Beakers Specifications

Tri-Corner Beakers

The Tri-Corner Beakers by Globe Scientific are clarified PP graduated beakers with three 120°-spaced pour spouts for flexible-orientation pouring without repositioning. Six volumes: 3630 (50 mL), 3631 (100 mL), 3632 (250 mL), 3633 (400 mL), 3634 (800 mL), 3635 (1,000 mL). CS/100 each.

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 50mL, CS/100

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 100mL, CS/100

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 250mL, CS/100

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 400mL, CS/100

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 800mL, CS/100

Beaker, Three Corner, Clarified PP, Graduated, 1000mL, CS/100

Tri-Corner Beakers - Economy Style Specifications

Tri-Corner Beakers - Economy Style

Economy Tri-Corner Beakers by Globe Scientific — 50 mL economy polypropylene tri-corner beaker with three dripless pour spouts, molded metric graduations, and autoclavable PP construction. 100 per case. Available in 50–1,000 mL (SKUs Economy Tri-Corner Beakers–3645). Ships worldwide from MBP Inc. Available in six volumes: 3640 (50mL) through 3645 (1000mL).